Colquitt Funeral Home Inc.

We at Colquitt Funeral Home are very proud to operate one of the "Family Owned and Operated" funeral homes in the State of Georgia. We give professinal yet personal service to all families in their time of need. If you would like to contact us, you may do so at 229-758-3571.

FUNERAL DIRECTORS SINCE 1941

Colquitt Funeral Home was established in 1941 by H. Roy and Lucille McKinstry, Sr. They operated the funeral home and ambulance service for Colquitt and Miller County until 1949 when their son, H. Roy McKinstry, Jr. returned from the Navy to help run the family business. Roy (Porky) McKinstry, Jr. married Dorothy Oldham in 1949. Roy McKinstry, Sr., Lucille McKinstry, Roy McKinstry, Jr. and Dorothy McKinstry were all licensed funeral directors and operated the funeral home together for nearly 50 years.

Danny Sheffield, licensed funeral director and embalmer, began working at Colquitt Funeral Home in 1983 later purchasing the funeral home business from the McKinstry family in 1990. In1991, he built a new funeral home and chapel at 108 Grow Street and continues to operate as a family owned business today. The owner and staff of Colquitt Funeral Home will always cherish the memory of the lives of H. R. (Mack) McKinstry, Sr., Lucille McKinstry, H. R. (Porky) McKinstry, Jr., and Dorothy McKinstry .

Obits

Peggy Fudge Smith 89

Peggy Fudge Smith, 89, of Dothan, formerly of Colquitt, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 5, 2017, in Birmingham following an extended illness. She was born May 15, 1928, to Felix Edwin Fudge, Jr. and Jewel Shaw Fudge. Peggy was married to Elton Walker Smith, and the couple worked together for many years at the F.E. Fudge and Company in Colquitt, Georgia.

Those family members who predeceased her were her parents, Felix and Jewel Fudge; husband, Elton Smith; Sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Louie Hearn; Brother and sister-in-law Felix and Toni Fudge; and son-in-law, Dennis Goodwin.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, October 7, 2017, at First Baptist Church Chapel, 351 East Pine Street, Colquitt, Georgia. Reverend Woody Farrington will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Colquitt City Cemetery with Sam Goodwin, Taylor Smith, Ryan Smith, Preston Jones, Baker McConnell, and Chad Mann serving as active pall bearers. The family will receive friends in the Chapel beginning at 1:00 with service following at 2:00 pm (E.S.T.) In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the First Baptist Church of Colquitt, Georgia, or Calvary Baptist Church of Dothan, Alabama.

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Lucy Merle Lewis 64

Mrs. Lucy Merle Lewis of Colquitt died Friday, September 29, 2017, at her residence. Funeral services will be Monday, October 2, 2017, at 11:00 AM at Cook's Union Methodist Church with Rev. Gary Morris officitating. Interment will follow in Cook's Cemetery with Michael Donelli, Erick Whitaker, Robert Holt, Kyle McLeod, Emory Morrsette and Timothy Morrsette serving as active pallbearers.. Visitation will be Sunday, October 1, 2017, from 7:00-9:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Lewis was a member of Cook's Union Methodist Church and retired from Miller County Hospital as a nurse. She will be remembered as a wonderful mother, grandmother, and wife.

She is survived by her husband, Bobby Lewis of Colquitt, GA; one son, Michael (Nancy) Phillips of Colquitt, GA; four grandchildren, Sutton Phillips, Elizabeth (Derek) Dailey, Halle Mathis, and Jack Mathis; two sisters, Elaine Hallett of Colquitt, GA, and Faustine Cook of Colquitt, GA. Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her daughter, Kimberly "Lore" Phillips; her parents, James Emory and Lorelle Newberry Shiver; and five brothers, John Shiver, Turner Shiver, Ronald Shiver, Dandy Shiver, and Romey Shiver.

He is survived by one daughter, Morgan Smith of Donalsonville, GA; his mother, Diane Smith of Donalsonville, GA; one sister, Victoria Smith of Donalsonville, GA; and two brothers, Wade Smith of Arlington, and Hollis (Jayme) Smith of Colquitt, GA. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Smith.

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Scott Sheffield 85

Mr Scott Sheffield died February 12, 2017 in Atlanta, Ga. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Colquitt City Cemetery.

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Mayme Marie Depriest 87

Mrs. Mayme Marie Depriest of Floral City, FL, formerly of Colquitt, GA, died Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at her residence. Due to Hurricane Irma, graveside funeral services will be postponed until Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at 2:00 PM At Cooks Cemetery with Rev. Cory Thomas officiating.

Mrs. Depriest was a homemaker.

She is survived by two sons, Jerry (Brenda) Depriest of Floral City, FL, and Scott (Kittie) Depriest of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Debbie Mathis of Kokomo, IN, and Glenda Brooks of Bonifay, FL; 18 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and one brother, Marvin Goff of AR. Mrs. Depriest was preceded in death by her husband, Cleo Depriest; one brother, Eddie Goff; and two sisters, Ruby Foster and Betty Moats.

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Julia Mae Sheffield 84

After an extended illness Julia Mae Bundy Sheffield of Colquitt, Georgia died on September 4, 2017 at the Willson Hospice House in Albany, Georgia. Julia was born on August 12, 1933 to Emmitt Bundy and Julia Cobb Bundy of Calhoun County. She was a graduate of Damascus High School in Damascus, Georgia. On June 28, 1957 she married James Edward Sheffield. Julia was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Colquitt and worked many years as a counselor with the Miller County Mental Health Office. After her retirement in 1996, Julia and Edward enjoyed traveling in the western United States and New England. Julia was very involved with her family and enjoyed reunions and travel with her son and his family to places such as the Pacific Northwest, Utah, and the North Georgia Mountains. Additionally, in retirement Julia worked at the Miller County Library and was a volunteer with the Swamp Gravy play. She is survived by her son, Jim Sheffield, daughter-in-law, Melody Clay Sheffield, and one grandson, Clay Sheffield.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 4 pm at Colquitt Funeral Home in Colquitt, Georgia with interment following at the Colquitt City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 5pm until 7pm at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. Stanley Tyner, Sr. of Colquitt died Monday, August 21, 2017, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Colquitt First Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Cooper, Rev. Robert Johns, and Rev. Cory Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Primitive Union Cemetery with Dr. Robert Lane, Kevin Shiver, Joel Ebersole, Al Davis, Chuck Davis, and Robert Wilkin serving as active pall bearers. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 22, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. Tyner was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church and served in the US Army during the Korean War from 1952 until 1954, and later retired from the U.S. Post Office. He loved fishing and working in his yard, loved his family, friends, church, and church family.

He is survived by one son, Stan (Gwen) Tyner, Jr. of Donalsonville, GA; one daughter, Rita Tyner Glass (Terry Parker) of Colquitt, GA; his dear companion, Edwina Thomley﻿ of Colquitt, GA; two grandchildren, Dr. Robert (Laura) Lane, and Linda Lane (Kevin) Shiver; three great grandchildren, Tyner Pagano, Lily Lane, and Stafford Lane; one brother, Larry Tiner of Colquitt, GA; and one sister, Elise Webb of Mason City, IL; and a number of cousins, nieces, and nephews. Mr. Tyner was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Wright and Zemma Davis Tiner; his wife, Laura Roberts Tyner; and three brothers, Cosby Tyner, Louie Tyner, and Bobby Tiner.

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Douglas L. Adams

Douglas L. Adams, 74, of Panama City, Florida, went to be with the Lord Saturday, August 12, 2017. He was born November 4, 1942 in Colquitt, Georgia to Julius and Jeanette (Stuart) Adams. Douglas was a United States Army Veteran, and enjoyed World War II history. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and watching football and golf on television. Douglas was a student of God’s word, and a member of Emmaus United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Donna Bedwell. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 46 years, Janet Adams; daughter, Amanda Smith & husband Mark of Ormond Beach, Florida; two sisters, June Bush & husband Billy of Colquitt, Georgia and Wanda Miller, of Bainbridge, Georgia; as well as numerous extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Douglas’ Life will begin 11:00 A.M., Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Emmaus United Methodist Church with Rev. Jack Hankins officiating. The family will receive friends beginning 10:30 A.M. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Douglas’ memory to DAV (Disabled American Veterans) by visiting www.dav.org.

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Jacquelyn Davis Dancy

Jacquelyn Davis Dancy, 90, of Colquitt, died August 13, 2017 at Early Memorial Nursing Home in Blakely.

She was born on October 5, 1926 in Lee County, GA to the late Marion Lassiter Gibson and Joseph James Gibson. In 1943, she married Earl Doster Davis, and they made their home in the Mayhaw Community of Miller County. She retired from Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Co. of Bainbridge in 1991 after 38 years of excellent service.

Following the death of her first husband, Mrs. Dancy married John Shy Dancy of Westville, FL. She and Mr. Dancy were the owners of Dancy’s Campground and Lake Victor Mobile Home Park. She returned home to Miller County in 2008 and became a resident of Early Memorial Nursing Home in 2013. Mrs. Dancy was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church. Affectionally known as “Granny,” she enjoyed spending time with family and working in her yards.

In addition to her parents and husbands, Mrs. Dancy was preceded in death by two brothers, Joe Gibson and Harry Gibson; and six sisters, Gwendolyn Houston, Lucille O’Neal, Almeda May, Evelyn McKenzie, Beyvelyn Gibson, and Brenda Jo Gibson.

She is survived by two sons, Thomas Earl Davis of Colquitt, and Roger Wayne Davis (Jo) of Blakely; five grandchildren, Todd Davis of Albany; Jodi Davis Harper of Blakely; Marcy Davis Schneider (Rick) of Albany; Jacki Davis Lockart (Jason) of Blakely; and Camille Davis of Blakely; and eight great-grandchildren, Jack Davis, Collier Harper, Anna Lee Lockart, Caroline Harper, Hannah Davis, Davis Schneider, Mary Davis Lockart, and Lane Lockart. Mrs. Dancy is also survived by one brother, Rodney Gibson (Cheryl) of Henderson, NV; and a number of nieces and nephews that includes Patricia Brownlee of Blakely, her special niece and caregiver.

The funeral service will be on Wednesday, August 16, 11:00 a.m., at Flat Creek Baptist Church with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Rev. Cory Thomas and Rev. Buren Womble will officiate. Active pallbearers will be Todd Davis, Jason Lockart, Rick Schneider, Bud Mock, Ricky Bracewell, and Stacy Cooper.

The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorials may be sent to Flat Creek Baptist Church, P.O. Box 592 Colquitt, GA 39837.

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Doris Barineau Rawls

Doris Barineau Rawls, of Winter Haven, FL passed peacefully on August 9, 2017. Born in Tallahassee, FL she was the loving wife of the late Robert W. Rawls, Sr.; mother of the late Sarah Judith Rawls, Janet Rawls Strimaitis and husband David of Norfolk, MA and Robert W. Rawls, Jr. and wife Marie of Conneaut, OH; grandmother of Selena Rawls of Haines City, FL, Sarah Strimaitis Bilello of Hamilton, MA (husband Christopher) and Anna Strimaitis Grinath of Murfreesboro, TN (husband Joshua).

A fourth-generation native Floridian and member of a large Tallahassee-based extended family, she was pre-deceased by her parents Sarah and Pryor Lewis Barineau, Sr. and brothers Malcolm Lewis Barineau, Maurice Ardell Barineau and P.L. Barineau, Jr. She also has 3 great-grandchildren and 7 nephews and nieces.

The family is extremely grateful for the kind and attentive care provided over the last decade by Life Care Center Winter Haven and during her final months by Cornerstone Hospice.

Visitation on Saturday, August 12th from 10:00am till 11:00am followed by a funeral service at Oak Ridge Funeral Care in Winter Haven. Burial arrangements by Colquitt Funeral Home at 11:00am, Monday, August 14th in the Rawls Cemetery, Colquitt, GA. In lieu of flowers, family and friends are requested to make a donation to the charity of their choice. Condolences may be sent at www.oakridgefuneralcare.com.

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Erika Castro Salgado 19

Erika Castro Salgado, 19, gained her wings on Friday, August 4, 2017 in Americus, Georgia after sustaining critical injuries from a car accident. Her funeral will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. at Colquitt Funeral Home with the Reverend Michael Williams officiating. Burial will follow at the Eternal Rest Memorial Gardens in Colquitt, Georgia. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. prior to the funeral. Pallbearers are Matthew James Brumbaugh, Abel Jacobo, Francisco Avila, Joaquin Trujillo, Jose Salgado and Ricardo Castro Salgado.

Erika was born on August 12, 1997 in Santo Domingo, Mexico to the late Lorenzo Castro Sanchez and Blanca E. Castro.

She was a 2015 graduate of Early County High School where she was involved in many activities including science club and the Future Farmers of America. She was currently a student at Bainbridge State College planning to pursue a degree in Physical Therapy. Her classmates remember her as a sweet girl with a very warm, bubbly spirit. It was a rare occasion to see her without a smile on her face, and she was a very positive and uplifting member of her class. Erika had many friends. She never met a stranger always complimenting people. She loved to talk to others and make new friends. She never wanted others to feel left out. She was humble, kind and very generous. She was the type of person that would spend her last dime on a person just so they would be happy. She was both beautiful inside and out. Mostly, she loved her roommate, her fiancé, and her family. Erika will be missed by everyone she touched.

The LIGHT shines in the darkness and the darkness did not overcome it. John 1:15 Erika was truly a Light in everyone’s eyes.

If so desire, memorials can be made to the Erika Castro Salgado Memorial Fund by www.gofundme.com

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Johnny Terrell Allgood 67

Mr Johnny Allgood of Donalsosnville died Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at Donalsonville Hospital. He will be cremated .

Mr Allgood was Retired after 32 years in the U S Army and attended Flat Creek Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Rita Smith Allgood, two daughters, Michelle Allgood and Tanja Allgood both of Frankfurt, Germany. One sister, Lecta Johnson of Purvis, Miss. , and his loving dogs Susie, Buddy and Regan Allgood.

Full obit to be posted later.

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Annette Jane Knight 64

Mrs Annette Knight of Colquitt died Friday, July 14, 2017 at her residence. She will be cremated with a Memorial Service at a later date.

Mrs Knight was a 911 Dispatcher with the Miller County Sheriff Department for 19 years, a graduate of Miller County High School and a member of Mothers Home Free Will Baptsit Church.

She is survived by her husband Patrick "Pat" Knight of Colquitt, one son Chris Knitht of Colquitt, and one grandson Jaxon Knight of Colquitt. Her Mother Betty Josey of Colquitt, one sister Angie Williams of Colquitt and two brothers, Tony Josey of Brinson and Craig Josey of Climax.

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Robert Buren Chambless 60

Mr. Robert Buren Chambless formerly of Colquitt, GA, died May 19, 2017 in the Phillipines. A military memorial service will be held Saturday, July 22, 2017, at 11:00 AM at Eldorendo Baptist Church with Rev. Ritchie Vaughn officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, July 22, 2017, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Eldorendo Baptist Church.

Mr. Chambless was of the baptist faith. He was a 1975 graduate of Miller County High School and a retired Air Force SSGT, a turbo prop propulsion technician on C130 Hercules planes with the 1st Special Operations Squadron. During his service he received the Air Force Commendation Medal.

He is survived by his wife Susan Chambless; two sons, Randy Moore Chambless and Steven Franklin Chambless; one grandson, Sean Robert Chambless all of the Philipines; two brothers, Larry Chambless of Moultrie, GA, and Chris (Kim) Chambless of Colquitt, GA; one sister, Vanessa (Chris) Moore of Colquitt, GA; four nephews, Eric (Sherry) Tucker of Leesburg, GA, Shawn (Angela) Chambless of TX, Justin Moore of Colquitt, GA, and Jay (Vanessa) Tindell of Thomasville, GA; one niece, Shea (Levi) Phillips of Colquitt, GA; one great nephew, Pate Tucker of Leesburg, GA; and two great nieces, Maggie Tucker of Leesburg, GA and Amrie Tindell of Thomasville, GA. Mr. Chambless was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Franklin and Betty Ann Story Chambless.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Eldorendo Baptist Church Building Fund.

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Danny Ray Wood

Mr. Danny Ray Wood of Auburndale, FL, died Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at his residence. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 15, 2017, at 1:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Lindsey Gay officiating. Interment will follow at Harmony Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, July 15, 2017, from 12:00-1:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. Wood was of the baptist faith and retired from State Farm. He was also a member of the NRA.

Mrs. Smith was a homemaker and a member of Bellview Free Will Baptist Church.

She is survived by two sisters, Mary Griffin of Colquitt, GA, and Jane (Carey) Moye of Donalsonville, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by four brothers, Donnell Cox, Arnold Cox, Kenneth Cox, and Nat Cox; one sister, Helen Cox; and her parents, John Bennett and Matriss Williams Cox.

. Visitation will be Saturday, June 10, 2017, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. Haire was a member of Cook's Union Methodist Church. He was a farmer and a member of the Miller County Young Farmers Association.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda L. Haire of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Jeffery Haire of Colquitt, GA, and Leron (Nancy) Haire of Camilla, GA; three grandsons, Henley Haire, Aaron Haire, and Jaxson Haire; and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Haire was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron Mancy and Eunice Chapman Haire; and two brothers, Monroe Haire and Don Haire.

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Vivian Viola Hudson 89

Mrs. Vivian Viola Hudson of Colquitt died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at Miller Nursing Home. Funeral services will be Friday, June 9, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Live Oak Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby Roberts officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Clay Hudson, Lane Hudson, Bob Hemling, Glen Sheffield, Jr., Holden Sheffield, and Zac Taylor serving as active pall bearers. Visitation will be Thursday, June 8, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hudson was a member of Live Oak Free Will Baptist Church and was a homemaker.

She is survived by one son, Perry (Mary) Hudson, Jr. of Leary, GA; two daughters, Lyndia Lovering of Colquitt, GA, and Dianne Haywood of Colquitt, GA; six grandchildren, Jason Lovering, Amanda (Glen) Sheffield, Jesse (Niki) Espinoza, Amber (Zac) Taylor, Clay (Rebekah) Hudson, and Lane (Hannah) Hudson; five great grandchildren; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Hudson was preceded in death by her husband, Perry Hudson, Sr.

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Bobby Emory Richardson, Sr. 80

Bobby Emory Richardson, Sr., age 80, of Colquitt, GA, died Monday, June 5, 2017, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 8, 2017, at Colquitt United Methodist Church with Rev. Boyd Evans and Rev. Jimmy Harris officiating. Interment will follow at the New Salem FWB Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at the Colquitt United Methodist Church.

Born April 17, 1937, in Donalsonville, GA, he was the son of the late Francis Emory Richardson and Louise Whitehead Richardson. Mr. Richardson worked with the Georgia Forestry Commission as forest ranger for Miller and Seminole Counties for 32 years, retiring in 1988. He served as Miller County Probate/Magistrate Judge from January 1993 through December 2000. Following his second retirement, he enjoyed camping with his friends in the Sowega Sams Camping Club. He was a member of New Salem Freewill Baptist Church, the Colquitt Lions Club, and Miller County FFA Alumni. Mr. Richardson was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying all types of hunting and fishing. He loved playing and watching all sports.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David Patton Richardson, and his daughter-in-law, Tammy Toole Richrdson.

Mrs. Virginia Ann Runnels of Colquitt died Friday, June 2, 2017, at Miller County Hospital. A private family service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Runnels retired from Amoco Fabrics.

She is survived by two sons, Tim (Tiffany) Phillips of Colquitt, GA, and Tony (Chris) Phillips of Worcester, MA; one daughter, Tammy Runnels Cook of Colquitt, GA; four grandchildren, Bethanne (Shelton) Pickle, Jenna Phillips, Ryan Phillips, and Analeigh Cook; one great granddaughter, Bryn Pickle; one brother, Ronnie (Joyce) Newberry of Colquitt, GA; two sisters, Jan Newberry of Colquitt, GA, and Glenda (Harold) Gordon of Colquitt, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Runnels was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Edward and Annette Daniels Newberry, and one brother, Phil Newberry.

A Memorial Service will be held Monday, May 29, 2017 at 4:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chaapel.

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Nellie Cutts Bailey 93

Mrs. Nellie Cutts Bailey of Colquitt died Monday, May 22, 2017, at Miller County Hospital. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 25, 2017, at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Bobby Whitaker and Rev. Talmadge Worsley officiating. Interment will follow in Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 24, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Bailey was a member of Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church and was retired from First State National Bank.

Mrs. Anita Daniels Williams of Valdosta, formerly of Colquitt, died Saturday, May 20, 2017, at Langdale Place in Valdosta. Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at 3:30 PM at Primitive Union Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 23, 2017, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Williams was owner of Whites Auto Store in Colquitt and was a member of New Friendship Primitive Baptist Church in Hahira, GA.

She is survived by two sons, David (Teresa) Williams of Valdosta, GA, and Scott (Ann) Williams of Ft. Worth, TX; three grandchildren, Angela, Jason, and Jennifer; five great grandchildren; one sister, Jeanette Williams of Colquitt, GA; and one brother, Harry (Betty) Daniels of Smyrna, GA.

Mrs. Whitaker was a member of Macedonia Free Will Baptist Church and retired from Southwest Georgia Academy as dietician.

She is survived by one daughter, Wendy (Andy) McLeod of Albany, GA; four grandchildren, Matt Chase, Jason (Meagan) McLeod, Ben (Jessica) McLeod and Emilee (Will) Griffin; six great grandchildren; two sisters, Frances Kelley of Manchester, GA, and Linda Roland of Bainbridge, GA; and one brother, Jack Worsley of Bainbridge, GA. Mrs. Whitaker was preceded in death by her parents, John Earl and Myrtle Shepard Worsley; one daughter, Terri Whitaker; two brothers, J.E. Worsley, Jr. and Don Worsley; and two sisters, Annie Ruth Worsley and Penny Worsley.

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Ronald Edwin Botts 74

Mr. Ronald Edwin Botts of Recovery died Monday, May 8, 2017, at Archbold Medical Center. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 13, 2017, at 3:00 PM at Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Kent Barwick officiating. Interment will follow at Eternal Rest Memory Gardens with military honors. Visitation will be Saturday, May 13, 2017, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church.

Mr. Botts served in the US Navy during the Cuban Missile Crises. He was born in Tampa, FL, raised in Sulphur Springs, FL, and moved to Georgia in 1996 after working overseas. Mr. Botts was a retired self employed farmer with Sunrise Farms.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Botts; one son, Rooster Botts; and one daughter, Bonnie (Rodney) Anderson all of Recovery, GA; two granddaughters, Roni Ann Botts and Jamie Anderson; one great granddaughter, Kayleigh VanMater; one great grandson, Anthony; and two sisters, Nancy Calhoun of Tampa, FL, and Susan Zorn of Tampa, FL.

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Danny Ray Philyaw 64

Mr. Danny Ray Philyaw of Colquitt died Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at Miller County Hospital. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 21, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Ryan Mason officiating.

Mr. Philyaw was a retired farmer.

He is survived by two sons, Dane Philyaw of Colquitt, GA, and Cody Philyaw of Colquitt, GA; two sisters, Faye Philyaw Brock of Winder, GA, and Shirley Philyaw Olander of Sonoma, CA; one brother, Jerry (Erika) Philyaw of Moultrie, GA; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Miller County High School Class of 1970, c/o Peoples South Bank, P O Box 218, Colquitt, Ga., 39837

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William "Bill" Joseph Hunter Sr

Mr. Bill Hunter of Pembroke, GA., died Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Graveside funeral services with military honors will be held Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at 1:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Daniel Dean officiating.

Mr. Hunter was born February 13, 1926, to the late Dr. Isaac and Annie Cornelia Hunter. He entered the U S Navy at the age of 16 with his mothers help and served during WWII in the Pacific Theater. After leaving the Navy he was an auto mechanic while pursuing his strong interest in aviation. Soon he became a pilot for Southern Airways. During this time he married Thelma King of Valdosta, Georgia and started their family. Later he worked and retired from the FAA as an Air Carrier Inspector. He coninued his love for flying as a corporate pilot keeping his family in tow moving all over the US, 42 times last count, during his career. He was a mason, enjoyed ballroom dancing, water sking, and was of the baptist faith.

He is survived by two sons, Harry H. (Joyce) Hunter of Coolidge, and William "Bill" Joseph (Brenda) Hunter Jr of Black Creek; one daughter, Sheila (Doug) Swinney of Malcomb, Ok; 13 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

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Ruby Inez Nalls 90

Mrs. Ruby Inez Nalls of Colquitt died Sunday, April 2, 2017, at Miller Nursing Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Whitaker officiating. Interment will follow at Mother's Home Cemetery with her sons and grandsons serving as pall bearers. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 4, 2017, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Nalls was a member of Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church and was a homemaker.

Mrs. Iva Mae Bailey of Colquitt died Sunday, March 26, 2017, at St Mary's Hospice House in Athens, GA. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 30, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Cook's Union Methodist Church with Rev. Gary Morris and Rev. Bobby Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Cook's Cemetery with Jimmy Atkinson, David Green, Dale Rigsby, Scott Smith, Lloyd Mears, Paul Dillon, and James Bailey serving as active pall bearers. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 29, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Bailey was a member of Cook's Union Methodist Church and retired owner of Ichaway Store.

She is survived by one son, Joe (Mona) Bailey of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Irene (Emory) Walden of Lake Oconee, GA; a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren; four brothers; and five sisters. Mrs. Bailey was preceded in death by her husband, Dan "Jack" Bailey.

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Samuel Marcus Allen, Sr. 77

Mr. Samuel Marcus Allen, Sr. of Wewahitchka, FL, formerly of Colquitt, died Sunday, March 12, 2017, at The Bridge At Bay St. Joe Nursing Home in Port St. Joe, FL. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Neil Bridges officiating. Interment will follow at Gordon Cemetery with Stacy Gordon, G.J. Widner, Mark Allen, Eldridge Gordon, and Zack Lucas serving as active pall bearers. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 15, 2017, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. Kirkland retired from UAP/GA Ag Chem and was of the baptist faith.

He is survived by his wife, Delores Kirkland of Colquitt, GA; one son, Kalvin H. (Christie) Kirkland of Colquitt,GA; one daughter, Angie K. Lane of Bainbridge, GA; three grandchildren, Mack Lane, Mandy (Stephen) Eakin, and Abby Kirkland; four great grandchildren; two sisters, Martha Nell Jernigan of Donalsonville, GA, and Karen (Joel) Josey of Colquitt, GA; and one brother, Charles Kirkland of Valdosta, GA. Mr. Kirkland was preceded in death by his parents, Woodroe and Martha Bush Kirkland; and two brothers, Byron Kirkland and John B. Kirkland.

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Marvin Ulma Wells, Jr. 68

Mr. Marvin Wells of Colquitt died Monday, February 27, 2017, at Flowers Hospital. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 1, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Cory Thomas officiating. Interment will be at Eternal Rest Memorial Gardens.

Mr. Wells was retired from The Marine Corp Logistic Base in Albany, and was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church, the William M Wilson VFW Post #6046, the Gerald Grow Post #165 American Legion, the Walter C. Dancer Lodge #115, and the MCHS Class of 1966.

He is survived by his wife Suzanne Wells of Colquitt, GA; one son, Chris (Ann) Wells of Virginia Beach, VA; one daughter, Anna Wells (Chuck) Jackson of Statham, GA; two grandchildren, Elizabeth Jackson and Ysabel Wells; one step grandchild, Leeanne Jackson (Dustin) Milner; one step great grandchild Kristopher Jackson; two sisters, Rennie Faye (Terry) Bevis of Jakin, GA, and Maxine ( Kelley) Summers of Colquitt, GA; one brother John Edward (Marianne) Wells of Colquitt, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Wells was preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Alice Wells.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to First Baptist Church building fund, Shriners Hospital or Whites Bridge Cemetery fund in care of Norma Hornsby.

Mrs. Worsley was a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church and retired from Miller County Hospital as a nurse.

She is survived by her husband, Horace Worsley of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Ella (Dean) Jackson of Albany, GA; five grandchildren, Trey Jones, Leigh Ribolzi, Quinton Jackson, Robert Worsley, and Tim Worsley; five great grandchildren; four brothers, Martin Torres of Corpus Christie, TX, Emmanuel Torres of Florida, Isaac Torres of Corpus Christi, TX, and Mike Torres of Cairo, MI; and two sisters, Ruth Jacobs of Pensacola, FL, and Gloria Torres of Corpus Christi, TX. Mrs. Worsley was preceaded in death by the husband of her children, Milton Durell Jones, Sr.; one son, Milton Durell Jones, Jr.; one sister, Mary Alshire; and one brother, Joel Torres.

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Martha Elizabeth Byrd 69

Mrs. Martha Elizabeth Byrd of Colquitt died Wednesday, February 22, 2017, at her residence. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 25, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Bobby Smith officiating.

Mrs. Byrd was a waitress with Waffle House. She is formerly of Cramerton, North Carolina.

Mrs. Byrd is survived by one son, Johnny Faulks of Gastonia, NC; one daughter, Mona (Joe) Bailey of Colquitt, GA; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one sister, Julie Scott of Charlotte, NC; and three brothers, Buddy Ervin of Charlotte, NC, Bobby Ervin of Stanley, NC, and Junior Ervin of Charlotte, NC. She was preceded in death by one son, Jeffery Faulks and her husband, W.G. Lanier.

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Willie Joe "Amos" George 82

Mr. Willie Joe "Amos" George of Colquitt died Sunday, February 19, 2017, at Miller Nursing Home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 22, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Colquitt First Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Oswalt officiating. Interment will follow at George Cemetery with full military honors. Brooks Garland, Cal George, Deon Foster, Erick Burke, Daniel Caraway, and Maddox Lee will serve as active pall bearers. Honorary pall bearers will be the members of the Gerald Grow Post #165 American Legion. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 21, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. George was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church where he served as a sunday school teacher. He retired from the US Air Force serving during the Vietnam War, and later retired from banking where his last position was President of Baker County Bank. Mr. George was a member of the Gerald Grow Post #165 American Legion and the William M. Wilson VFW Post #6046.

He is survived by his wife, Eloise George of Colquitt, GA; one son, Joey George of Colquitt, GA; three daughters, Suzan (Jimmy) Carr of Colquitt, GA, Jennifer (Gerald) Garland of Colquitt, GA, and Sandra (Tim) Allen of Colquitt, GA; nine grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; two sisters, Niza Lee (Willis) Jones of Statesboro, GA, and Mary Ann Vaticalos of San Antonio, TX; two brothers, Bob Allen (Terrie) George of Colquitt, GA, and Charlie (Tootsie) George of St. Simons Island, GA; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. George was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Jean George; and two brothers, Winifred George and Eugene George.

Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the First Baptist Church building fund at 254 E. Main Street, Colquitt, GA 39837.

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Deloris Ann Musgrove 70

Ms. Deloris Ann Musgrove of Colquitt died Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at Miller Nursing Home. Graveside funeral services will be Friday, February 17, 2017, at 3:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Daniel Dean officiating.

Ms. Musgrove was a member of Notchaway Baptist Church.

She is survived by one sister, Louise Lovering of Colquitt, GA; two brothers, Charles Musgrove and Bo Musgrove both of Colquitt, GA; a large number of nieces and nephews; and her loving Miller Nursing Home Family.

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Mark Stephen Roland 56

Mr. Mark Stephen Roland of Albany, formerly of Colquitt, died Friday, February 10, 2017, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be Monday, February 13, 2017, at New Salem Free Will Baptist Church at 11:00 AM with Rev. Jimmy Harris and Rev. Talmadge Worsley offiiciating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Josh Bush, Jay Bush, John Cobb, Randy Roland, Stuart Cauble, and Robert Newberry serving as pall bearers. Visitation will be Sunday, February 12, 2017, from 3:00-5:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mr. Roland was a well driller and a member of New Salem Free Will Baptist Church.

Mrs. Mildred Louise Duke of Leary died Saturday, January 28, 2017, at her residence. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at Patmos Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Curtis Alligood officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Ben Hicks, Mark McDaniel, Clay McDaniel, Frank Marvin McDaniel, David McDaniel, and T.E. Moye serving as active pall bearers. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 1, 2017, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Patmos Free Will Baptist Church.

Mrs. Duke was a homemaker and a member of Patmos Free Will Baptist Church.

She is survived by two sons, Frank Duke of Leary, GA, and R.E. (June) Duke, Jr,. of Cataula, GA; one daughter, Phyllis (Nick) McNair of Lexington, SC; five grandchildren, Robert Clark, Jesse Duke, Sh0nna Hensley, Angie Garner, and Chris Duke; five great grandsons; three great granddaughters; and one sister, Chloe Ann Tennille of Leary, GA. Mrs. Duke was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Robert E. Duke, Sr.

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Dorothy Sue Reckner 73

Mrs. Dorothy Sue Reckner of Colquitt died Thursday, January 26, 2017, at Miller County Hospital Emergency Room. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Reckner retired from Phoebe Putney as a nurse. She was a member of Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church.

She is survived by one son, Jimmy Mason of Colquitt, GA; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; two sisters, Jan Brown of AL, and Ann Vann of Colquitt, GA; and four brothers, J.D. Darley of Colquitt, GA, Terry Darley of Colquitt, GA, Danny Darley of Dothan, AL, and Don Darley of Colquitt, GA. Mrs. Reckner was preceded in death by one son, Anthony Edward Mason.

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Lowell Dean Griffin 62

Mr Lowell Dean Griffin of Damascus died Monday, January 16, 2017 at Miller County Hospital. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11:00 am Graveside at Mt Zion Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev Calvin Arnold officiating.

Mr Griffin was a retired farmer.

He is survived by his mother, Virginia Griffin Wells of Damascus, one brother Dexter (Cindy) Griffin of Leesburg, three nieces Heather Griffin, Laura Griffin (Tim) Finney and Nichole Griffin. One great nephew Jackson Finney and one great niece Payton Finney. He was preceded in death by his father W F Bill Griffin and one sister Gloria Griffin Jackson.

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Rachel Jane Hunter 93

Mrs Jane Hunter of Colquitt died Monday, January 16, 2017 at Magnolia Manor in Americus Georgia. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Colquitt United Methodist Church with Rev. James Aycock and Rev Rebecca Duke Barton officiating. Interment will follow in the Colquitt City Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, January 19, 2017 from 1 to 2 pm at Colquitt United Methodist Church.

Mrs Hunter was a Homemaker and a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church.

She is survived by three sons, Glen David (Lynn) Hunter of Donalsonville, Ga, Donald Edwin (Margie) Hunter of Meridean, Miss., and Alan Hunter of Colquitt, Ga., and two grandchildren

Mrs. Chapman was a homemaker and a member of Bellview Free Will Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Maurice Chapman of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Maurice Kevin (Cheryl) Chapman of Colquitt, GA, and Chester Will (Kristina) Chapman of Colquitt, GA; three daughters, Linda Gail Chapman of Colquitt, GA, Loretta (Andy) Alday of Donalsonville, GA, and Barbara (Tony) Meredith of Colquitt, GA; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; and one brother, Early (Penny) Simmons of Augusta, GA. Mrs. Chapman was preceded in death by her parents, George and Ruby Lee Simmons; one son, Gerry Chapman; one brother, George Simmons, Jr.; and three sisters, Merlene O'Bryan, Christine Simmons, and Louise Brooks.

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Faye Middleton Miller 84

Mrs. Faye Middleton Miller of Conyers died Sunday, January 1, 2017. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 7, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Kent Barwick officiating. Interment will follow at Colquitt City Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, January 7, 2017, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

Mrs. Miller was a member of Rockdale Baptist Church and in the JOY Sunday School Class.

She is survived by three daughters, Patsy (Tom) George, Teresa (Alan) Atkinson, and Jacki Middleton; one son, Tom (Rebecca) Middleton; nine grandchildren, Shannon, Courtney, Morgan, Amy, James, Amanda, Kendall, Sarah, and McKay; and six great grandchildren. Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her husnad Bily Joe Miller and her first husband, Dorsey F. Middleton.

Mr. Kelley was of the baptist faith and served his country in the US Army. He was born August 30, 1933, to Rufus Aubrey and Rosa Lee Wells Kelley in Miller County. After living in Columbus for many years, Mr. Marvin returned to the home place in 1969 to raise his family. He spent many years farming, raising hogs, cows, and chickens. He loved the land, fishing, hunting, and camping. He was an avid reader and crossword enthusiast, rising every morning to work a puzzle while drinking his coffee. He loved his family and enjoyed entertaining them with hilarious stories from his past. Mr. Marvin spent many weeks in Parrot, GA, filming scenes for The Long Riders in which he played several scenes as an extra. He later played an extra for the movie, The Time for Miracles which was filmed in Westville, GA. He was a benefactor of the NRA and a member of the Sons of Confederacy. Mr. Marvin loved his southern heritage and spent the last 60 years trying to hide the fact that he married a yankee.